Pocophone F3

[TheOutsider]

MisterMobile

$48? Any idea what battery they use? Ori?

 

[ceestudent]

$48? Any idea what battery they use? Ori?

I don't think is ori, they told me is OEM. If you can find the ori battery, can also bring to them and ask them change also.
I replaced my old mi mix with them and so far so good after 2 years, use it as spare phone for alarm and browsing.

 

[TheOutsider]

I don't think is ori, they told me is OEM. If you can find the ori battery, can also bring to them and ask them change also.
I replaced my old mi mix with them and so far so good after 2 years, use it as spare phone for alarm and browsing.

Let me think if it's worth replacing haha. I used to have one old Mi Max as alarm, with half of the touchscreen not working but now F3 took over that role haha.

 

[ceestudent]

Let me think if it's worth replacing haha. I used to have one old Mi Max as alarm, with half of the touchscreen not working but now F3 took over that role haha.

I think still worth it. Snapdragon 800 series is still powerful enough for simple task, provided nothing else is spoilt.

Surprisingly old xm model have very good build quality.

 

[Krabs.]

i did a check on aliexpress , bm4y cost US 9.49 to 10.16 ...... equivalent to 12.75 to 13.63
shopee 15.15 can apply $1 coupon to 14.15

compared to shop change $48 + your transport

dont need to think about original battery ... as the original battery factory supplier not interested in selling low quantity to resellers or us consumers ... they rather sell quantity of thousands to big brand
from my experience with previous battery changes ... these fake original battery only have 2/3 of claimed capacity ..... means can expect around 3000mAh , ok for indoor use not frequent usage outdoor

 

[8-lane]

$48? Any idea what battery they use? Ori?

My mum got her Redmi Note 6 Pro batt replaced by them 2 times le and so far so good. Unless u get your batt replaced by the phone mfr themselves... u won't be able to get the original batt.

 

[TheOutsider]

My mum got her Redmi Note 6 Pro batt replaced by them 2 times le and so far so good. Unless u get your batt replaced by the phone mfr themselves... u won't be able to get the original batt.

Wow Note 6 Pro quite many years already.

I understand OEM but just curious what battery they use, whether is it matching the original capacity.

 

[8-lane]

Wow Note 6 Pro quite many years already.

I understand OEM but just curious what battery they use, whether is it matching the original capacity.

Oh that i not sure

 

[TheOutsider]

Oh that i not sure

Nvm I ask MisterMobile directly hahahaha.

Actually my F3 still can use, the battery life feels like about 70%. Accubattery says 80%.

 

[TheOutsider]

i did a check on aliexpress , bm4y cost US 9.49 to 10.16 ...... equivalent to 12.75 to 13.63
shopee 15.15 can apply $1 coupon to 14.15

compared to shop change $48 + your transport

dont need to think about original battery ... as the original battery factory supplier not interested in selling low quantity to resellers or us consumers ... they rather sell quantity of thousands to big brand
from my experience with previous battery changes ... these fake original battery only have 2/3 of claimed capacity ..... means can expect around 3000mAh , ok for indoor use not frequent usage outdoor

I was reading on battery replacement again and found that quite a number of people suggesting replacing with BM53 instead of BM4Y. BM53 is 5000mAh instead of BM4Y 4520mAh. Not sure how it is really going to work.

Some suggested Nohon BM53 haha. Have you tried changing the battery yourself? How to install back the back cover ya after removing? Do we need to purchase the glue/seal separately?

 

[8-lane]

I was reading on battery replacement again and found that quite a number of people suggesting replacing with BM53 instead of BM4Y. BM53 is 5000mAh instead of BM4Y 4520mAh. Not sure how it is really going to work.

Some suggested Nohon BM53 haha. Have you tried changing the battery yourself? How to install back the back cover ya after removing? Do we need to purchase the glue/seal separately?

@TheOutsider U should join HWZ insider...

 

[TheOutsider]

@TheOutsider U should join HWZ insider...

nah not that active

 

[Krabs.]

I was reading on battery replacement again and found that quite a number of people suggesting replacing with BM53 instead of BM4Y. BM53 is 5000mAh instead of BM4Y 4520mAh. Not sure how it is really going to work.

Some suggested Nohon BM53 haha. Have you tried changing the battery yourself? How to install back the back cover ya after removing? Do we need to purchase the glue/seal separately?

the connector pins may be different layout .... they are not universally compatible .... those who said compatible maybe they tried .....
but going by my 2/3 rule , you don't gain 500mAh boost ... only 2/3 of that ....... if it doesn't work u get more trouble trying to sell that not compatible battery away at a loss .... possible damage to phone for sending electricity through wrong connector layout

i tried nohon before ... same 2/3 rule applies .... disappointed me since their price is higher ........ difference is their battery temperature sensor is real while others are fake

yes i changed all myself
no I haven't glue back yet .... will have to .... but my future recovered phones will be strictly tabletop wifi only , not much difference to glue it securely to withstand holding and swinging around , will probably secure at corners and use external casing to hold it together
glue is not included in battery package

original battery in degraded state , as long not bloated until push the screen outwards ....... is always better than battery replacement .......... all battery replacement are imitation with 2/3 capacity , there is no real original fresh new battery , no point asking people ..... who selling fake battery dare to tell u their's is real , the staff see naive customer then say YES Original

 

[Devilsire]

the connector pins may be different layout .... they are not universally compatible .... those who said compatible maybe they tried .....
but going by my 2/3 rule , you don't gain 500mAh boost ... only 2/3 of that ....... if it doesn't work u get more trouble trying to sell that not compatible battery away at a loss .... possible damage to phone for sending electricity through wrong connector layout

i tried nohon before ... same 2/3 rule applies .... disappointed me since their price is higher ........ difference is their battery temperature sensor is real while others are fake

yes i changed all myself
no I haven't glue back yet .... will have to .... but my future recovered phones will be strictly tabletop wifi only , not much difference to glue it securely to withstand holding and swinging around , will probably secure at corners and use external casing to hold it together
glue is not included in battery package

original battery in degraded state , as long not bloated until push the screen outwards ....... is always better than battery replacement .......... all battery replacement are imitation with 2/3 capacity , there is no real original fresh new battery , no point asking people ..... who selling fake battery dare to tell u their's is real , the staff see naive customer then say YES Original

if im not wrong there's no such thing as original battery (OEM) in the market except for official RMA sources, all are 3rd party with fake "original" / xiaomi printings.
Thus i personally believe 3rd parties branded batteries are actually of better QC / more true to capacity since they'll want to establish their branding.
and yes, i do agree that most of all those "original" replacement battery are just ~60% capacity

In any case, i noticed my F3 have started to bloat too with the back casing pushing out. However battery life is still good though, thinking if i should replace it
i also have a Mi max 3 where the battery is completely dead but no bloating, having it always plugged.

 

[TheOutsider]

the connector pins may be different layout .... they are not universally compatible .... those who said compatible maybe they tried .....
but going by my 2/3 rule , you don't gain 500mAh boost ... only 2/3 of that ....... if it doesn't work u get more trouble trying to sell that not compatible battery away at a loss .... possible damage to phone for sending electricity through wrong connector layout

i tried nohon before ... same 2/3 rule applies .... disappointed me since their price is higher ........ difference is their battery temperature sensor is real while others are fake

yes i changed all myself
no I haven't glue back yet .... will have to .... but my future recovered phones will be strictly tabletop wifi only , not much difference to glue it securely to withstand holding and swinging around , will probably secure at corners and use external casing to hold it together
glue is not included in battery package

original battery in degraded state , as long not bloated until push the screen outwards ....... is always better than battery replacement .......... all battery replacement are imitation with 2/3 capacity , there is no real original fresh new battery , no point asking people ..... who selling fake battery dare to tell u their's is real , the staff see naive customer then say YES Original

Another source could be Xiaomi themselves, their spare parts website can key in S/N or IMEI the battery costs $16++ and the service charge $45 but got disclaimer if other parts found faulty need replacement it must be replaced. If refuse to replace charge inspection fee $45
https://www.mi.com/sg/support/spare-parts-price/

Mainboard
$553.62
Front Cover TP Module
$115.75
Battery
$16.25
Battery Cover
$28.64
Rear Camera
$38.76
Front Camera
$17.40

Product Category
Mobile Phone & Pad
Labour Fee $45
Estimated Inspection Fee $45

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Notes and Details about the Prices​

1. The prices stated above are in Singapore Dollar and inclusive of local taxes and VAT.
2. The prices for the out-of-warranty repairs are purely indicative and the final quotation after inspection from respective Xiaomi Authorized Service Center shall be final and binding.
3. After inspecting the smartphone, Xiaomi Authorized Service Center will confirm the total costs for repair and inform consumers. If Xiaomi Authorized Service Center inspects the device and finds that other spare parts need to be replaced, consumers need to pay extra fee for parts replacement.
4. In case the device has been sent to Xiaomi Authorized Center for inspection but subsequently the consumer refuse to proceed with the repair services and rejects the quotation, the inspection fee shall still be applicable and the device will be returned without repair.
5. In case the quotation is accepted, the spare parts and repair labor cost shall be applicable.

 

[testerjp]

My battery from accubattery states 3500mah 77%, new one cannot be 100% right

 

[carboy00]

Another source could be Xiaomi themselves, their spare parts website can key in S/N or IMEI the battery costs $16++ and the service charge $45 but got disclaimer if other parts found faulty need replacement it must be replaced. If refuse to replace charge inspection fee $45
https://www.mi.com/sg/support/spare-parts-price/
Mainboard
$553.62
Front Cover TP Module
$115.75
Battery
$16.25
Battery Cover
$28.64
Rear Camera
$38.76
Front Camera
$17.40
Product Category
Mobile Phone & Pad
Labour Fee $45
Estimated Inspection Fee $45

Notes and Details about the Prices
The prices stated above are in Singapore Dollar and inclusive of local taxes and VAT.
The prices for the out-of-warranty repairs are purely indicative and the final quotation after inspection from respective Xiaomi Authorized Service Center shall be final and binding.
After inspecting the smartphone, Xiaomi Authorized Service Center will confirm the total costs for repair and inform consumers. If Xiaomi Authorized Service Center inspects the device and finds that other spare parts need to be replaced, consumers need to pay extra fee for parts replacement.
In case the device has been sent to Xiaomi Authorized Center for inspection but subsequently the consumer refuse to proceed with the repair services and rejects the quotation, the inspection fee shall still be applicable and the device will be returned without repair.
In case the quotation is accepted, the spare parts and repair labor cost shall be applicable.

I think this option will be tough as they no longer carry parts for older models, enquired for X3 Pro (launched same time as F3) and older F2 Pro, both they tell me too old they don't carry parts for them.



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[tian_yibang]

Wah , wanna chg batt also like mafan

Go abeng shop (or even MrMobile) they will gib "cannibalized" or 3rd party batt , go official svc ctr also they might notch hab/gib original fresh batt

But F3 still very much usable le albeit its aging 870 cpu , if chg new batt can tong use another 1-2 yrs also very good alr

 

[TheOutsider]

My battery from accubattery states 3500mah 77%, new one cannot be 100% right

My F3 now on charger play game the battery go down one, reverse charging

 

[Krabs.]

My battery from accubattery states 3500mah 77%, new one cannot be 100% right

for my new phone after first few cycles of exercise it couldn't hit 100% of claimed spec .... iirc only 4500 of 5000 mAh
i think the measuring method assume every 1% is equal and linear ....
battery in actual world maybe the lowest and highest 10% is bigger or smaller than the middle %
I didn't want to sacrifice my battery health to do a full measurement from 0 to 100% charge for validation ....